Overview

If you are looking for a new challenging and exciting opportunity- then look no further! A highly rewarding Vice President of Culinary Services opportunity awaits you at Clearwater Living.

The VP of Culinary Services ensures the successful preparation, delivery and presentation of the culinary experience for all communities. 

Clearwater Living associates enjoy great benefits:

• Highly competitive salaries 
• Excellent benefits
• 401(k) generous company match
• Paid Vacation and sick leave
• Exciting opportunities to grow
• Dynamic and fast paced environment
• Culture of people first and service always

Join us in our endeavor to create experiences that celebrate the relevance for our residents, their families, and our team. 

**Preferred location for this position is in AZ, CA, TX, or wilingness to relocate**

Pay Range: $150-$175k DOE

Responsibilities

• Works with Culinary Directors and Executive Directors to implement standard operational procedures for the dining area and kitchen to achieve the desired experience by residents and guests.
• Responsible for the development of new menu’s, menu cycles, and signature recipes
• Integrates the Savor Dining and Empowered Living programs into all aspects of the culinary experience.
• Works with Executive Directors to support the community to develop action plans to improve resident and guest satisfaction as needed, as well as sharing best practices across the organization.
• Supports the Culinary services budgeting process for all communities.
• Trains Culinary Services leadership and staff on core dining programs and standards
• Supports the CD to meet/exceed annual dining services operating expenses and revenue goals.
• Functions as a community Culinary Director when needed.
• Demonstrates Culinary Expertise and the ability to create development opportunities for CDs, chefs and cooks within the organization around culinary expertise.
• Assists in planning and opening of new communities.
• Assists Executive Directors in the sourcing, selection and on-boarding of the culinary staff and supports culinary staff hiring as needed
• Supports the company’s strategies and demonstrates the company’s Core Values and Mission Statement
• Supports the sustainability, remodeling and renovation process for culinary areas to ensure achievement of sales, revenue, and satisfaction goals.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

• College degree required.
• A Culinary degree required and a Certified Executive Chef (CEC) a plus.
• A degree in hospitality management or similar is preferred.
• Must have a minimum of 7 years of experience in dining services management.
• Experience in senior living management and multi-site experience preferred.
• Culinary Degree. Serv-Safe certified or similar knowledge and certification for sanitation.